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A1 Lesson 3 of 3 · The Body & Health

At the doctor and the pharmacy

Make an appointment, explain your problem and understand the doctor’s and pharmacist’s advice.

13 min · 7 activities

In this lesson you will

  • Make a medical appointment
  • Understand simple instructions
  • Ask the pharmacist for help
DialogueQuizSpeaking

Lesson summary

The key points to remember, for revision.

  • 1Doctor’s instructions: imperative (Ouvrez, Respirez, Prenez) or il faut + infinitive.
  • 2Dosage: un comprimé trois fois par jour, pendant cinq jours.
  • 3Appointment: Je voudrais prendre rendez-vous avec…
  • 4Emergencies: 911 (Canada), 15 / 112 (France); 811 Info-Santé (Québec).

Key vocabulary

le comprimétablet
l’ordonnance (f.)prescription
se reposerto rest
l’angine (f.)tonsillitis, sore throat
conseillerto advise